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Get Ready for Maths – Entry Level

Category: Maths
Get Ready for Maths – Entry Level

Course Summary

  • A supportive, beginner level maths course designed to help adults build confidence and refresh basic maths skills.
  • Ideal for students who feel unsure about maths or have been away from learning for a long time.
  • Focuses on practical maths needed for everyday life, work and further learning.
  • A non qualification course that prepares students for Entry Level or Level 1 maths courses.

Key topics

  • Understanding numbers and place value
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
  • Using maths in everyday situations (money, time, shopping)
  • Reading and understanding simple data
  • Problem solving using basic maths skills
  • Building confidence and maths vocabulary

Course Requirements

  • You must be aged 19 or over.
  • No previous maths qualifications required.
  • Suitable for students working below or at Entry Level.
  • Willingness to practise maths skills in a supportive environment.
  • Regular attendance to help build confidence and understanding.

What are the benefits of this course?

  • Builds confidence with numbers and basic maths.
  • Reduces anxiety around maths and learning.
  • Develops practical skills for everyday life and work.
  • Helps students feel ready to progress to accredited maths courses.
  • Supports personal development and independence.

How will I learn?

  • Through teacher led classroom sessions.
  • Practical activities linked to real life situations.
  • Group work, discussion and individual practice.
  • Clear explanations and step by step support.
  • Learning at a pace suited to beginner students.

How will my progress be monitored and assessed?

  • Ongoing informal assessment through classroom activities.
  • Teacher observation and feedback throughout the course.
  • Support to identify strengths and next steps.
  • No exams and no formal qualification.

Course Location

City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU.

Are there any additional costs?

  • The course is free for most adult students, depending on eligibility.
  • You may need basic stationery (pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, notebook, calculator).
  • No specialist equipment or textbooks are required.

What qualification will I get?

This is a non qualification course.
Students receive teacher feedback and guidance to support progression.

What will I be able to do after these courses?

Progress to:

  • Entry Level Maths
  • Level 1 Functional Skills Maths
  • Other preparation or employability courses
  • Greater confidence using maths in everyday life


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